LAHORE (Kashmir English): The Pakistan Football Federation (PFF) has named the final squad for the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 qualifiers, marking a historic milestone for the sport in the country.
It will be the country’s first-ever appearance in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers as the team will open its campaign against Iraq on September 20.
The training camp is currently underway at the Liaquat Gymnasium, Jinnah Sports Complex in Islamabad, where Head Coach Sakhawat Ali is leading preparations.
Pakistan has been placed in Group D alongside Iraq, Chinese Taipei, and host nation Saudi Arabia.
Following the opener against Iraq on September 20, the Pakistan side will face Saudi Arabia on September 22, and wind up the group stage against Chinese Taipei on September 24. All games will take place in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
Pakistan futsal squad
The squad includes Muhammad Zaid and Muhammad Tahir as goalkeepers, with Muhammad Humza Khan, Hamza Nusrat, Zohair Altaf, and Asif Ahmad forming the defensive line. On the wings, Hassaan Zafar, Abdul Hannan, Yousaf Ahmad, Shams Taj, Moeez Sajjad, Muhammad Bin Masud, and Ariz Mahmood have been selected. Leading the attack are strikers Muhammad Adan, Muhammad Ali Riaz Khan, and Zaid Ullah Khan.
In a press release, the federation described the development as “a proud moment for Pakistan football” as the team steps onto the international futsal stage for the first time.
The AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 will be played in Dammam, Saudi Arabia from May 14, 2026 to May 31, 2026.
